Employment at Cairn Hill

NOW HIRING!!

We are always happy to hear from teachers who share our commitment to young learners!

The current available position is for part-time Monday through Friday.

Interested and qualified candidates are welcome to submit their resumes with a letter of interest to: shannon@cairnhillpreschool.org

Preschool Teacher

Cairn Hill Nature Preschool 

Cairn Hill Nature Preschool is seeking a nurturing and energetic educator with enthusiasm for bringing Nature education to families in Lynn, Massachusetts.

We are located on 70 quiet acres of pristine woodlands on the Lynn/Salem border, 15 miles north of Boston. The school has two classrooms, serving a maximum of 34 children, aged 2.9-5 years. www.cairnhillpreschool.org
Cairn Hill’s mission is to prepare children from all backgrounds for personal and academic success through joyful learning opportunities rooted in nature, play and the arts.  

We are seeking a dynamic team player who loves children and enjoys the outdoors. We offer extensive training in a supportive learning environment with art and nature specialists, small class sizes, and opportunity for growth.
Position is full- or part-time and commences immediately.  

Salary $20-$24/hour, commensurate with experience. 

Qualifications and Duties:

  • Collaborative and flexible mindset with demonstrated ability to work in close communication with colleagues and families

  • Strong skills in empathy and listening with a desire to meet young children with compassion and patience

  • Passion for working with children one-on-one and in small groups

  • Openness to learning about risk assessment and class management in an outdoor learning environment

  • Observe and supervise children's behavior and learning indoors and outdoors, maintaining safety protocols and consistency with school pedagogy and philosophy of guiding children through warmth, connection, and child-led play and exploration

  • Ability to walk and work outside in all-weather, embracing nature-inspired curriculum

  • Regular professional development trainings


Educational and Experience Requirements: 

  • Meets EEC Minimum hiring requirements

  • Preschool teaching experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Excellent Benefits:

  • Paid Professional Training

  • Tuition Reimbursement and 3 Weeks’ Paid Vacation/Holidays for full-time teachers; 2 Weeks Optional Unpaid Vacation

  • Health and Dental Insurance with employer cost sharing

  • Paid time off


Contact:  shannon@cairnhillpreschool.org
Cairn Hill Nature Preschool, 183 Fays Ave., Lynn MA  cairnhillpreschool.org  
Cairn Hill is an equal opportunity employer.

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